1 day itinerary

Nagano 1 Day Itinerary (Zenko-ji Temple & Snow monkeys)

Visit the amazing National Treasure of the grand Zenko-ji and Jigokudani Monkey Park, famous for its snow monkeys. Afterwards, enjoy the old townscape and Nagano nature at a venerable onsen village.

Day 1
Zenko-ji Temple ( 09:00 AM ~ 10:30 AM )
Jigokudani Monkey Park ( 01:00 PM ~ 03:30 PM )
Shibu Onsen ( 04:00 PM ~ 05:00 PM )

Day 1 - Nagano

09:00 AM ~ 10:30 AM - Zenko-ji Temple

First head for the 1400-year-old Zenko-ji Temple. One highlight is the National Treasure Main Hall which is one of the largest in Japan. Since the Edo Era, there has been a saying “One must pray at Zenko-ji once in a lifetime”, and even now it has gained deep worship from visitors from all over the country. You can also enjoy shopping in the temple town extending from Nagano Station to the temple.

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Business Hours	Everyday The grounds are open daily 24 hours a day, although the inner temple, the Zenko-ji museum and the tour of the Sanmon gate depend on the day.
Address	Zenkō-ji Temple,Motoyoshicho-491 Nagano, Nagano Prefecture See map
Telephone	026-234-3591
Website	http://www.zenkoji.jp/ENGLISH/about/

01:00 PM ~ 03:30 PM - Jigokudani Monkey Park

Journey to Jigokudani Monkey Park which has become famous all over the world for the sight of monkeys going into the hot springs. You can see wild monkeys spending a carefree time in the Jigokudani environment.
Have lunch before going to the park since there are restaurants and cafés around the entrance.
＊With the mating season for the monkeys being October and November, it’s possible that they cannot be seen during that time. Also, after mid-November, the roads will be slippery due to snow so wearing appropriate shoes is advised.

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Business Hours	Everyday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:00 PM )
Price	Adults: 800 YEN Child: 400 YEN
Address	6845 Hirao, Yamanochi-machi Shimotakai-gun, Nagano See map
Telephone	0269-33-4379
Website	http://www.jigokudani-yaenkoen.co.jp/english/html/top_e.htm

04:00 PM ~ 05:00 PM - Shibu Onsen

This onsen village has existed for 1300 years. You can enjoy the old cobblestone town while staying overnight or coming in just for a day visit. In addition, the “Kyu-to Meguri” (tour of nine bath houses) offered only to overnight visitors at Shibu Onsen is popular. Dinner there is also great since there are many restaurants including izakaya and ramen shops.

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Business Hours	Weekdays ( 09:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) [close] Varies depending on the facility
Price	Varies depending on the facility
Address	Nagano Prefecture, Shimotakai District 渋温泉 See map
Telephone	0269-33-2921
Website	http://www.shibuonsen.net/english/